Olga Gavryliuk and Iuri Marchesin: a winning duo at the Roma International Piano Competition

At the 35th Roma International Piano Competition, Italian pianists Olga Gavryliuk and Iuri Marchesin were named Absolute Winners of the Four-Hands Duo Section, earning a score of 95/100.

The Cuomo Foundation, the competition’s main partner since 2004, warmly congratulates the duo on this achievement, which reflects their musical sensitivity and close collaboration.

Performing four-hands requires two pianists to share not only an instrument but also a common interpretation, coordinating timing, phrasing and balance to create a unified musical expression. Gavryliuk and Marchesin demonstrated this understanding before the competition’s jury, securing the section’s highest distinction. Their award was announced on 6 November 2026.

Performing as the Gavryliuk–Marchesin Piano Duo, the two musicians have developed a partnership centred on piano-duo repertoire. Active in Italy, they have also gained recognition in other competitions, including the Romano Zancan Dall’Alba Piano Competition, where they were listed among the winners in Category C II in 2025.

The 35th edition of the Roma International Piano Competition brought together musicians from around the world across several categories, including young and emerging pianists, four-hands and two-piano duos, and the Chopin Prize. 

For the Foundation, Gavryliuk and Marchesin’s success is a source of great pride. Their Absolute Winner title celebrates both their individual musicianship and the trust and understanding that define their partnership. The Cuomo Foundation extends its warm congratulations to Olga Gavryliuk and Iuri Marchesin and wishes them continued success in their artistic journey.